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Kotobkiya: Tony's Heroine Collection Cyber Fairy Ai-On-Line

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Kotobukiya has revealed a new Cyber Fairy based on original design & artwork by Tony Taka. This 1/6 scale PVC statue isn't currently being offered in North America, but we're keeping our fingers crossed that it will be soon. Click the thumbnail above for the full gallery of the Cyber Fairy Ai-On-Line from the Tony's Heroine Collection!

McFarlane Toys: Aaron Is Joining The Walking Dead

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Alexandria’s recruiter will be joining the ranks of AMC's The Walking Dead action figure collection from McFarlane Toys. Based on the name associated with the images on their site, this may end up being a Walgreens exclusive. Follow this link to find out more about the upcoming Aaron action figure!

REVIEW: The Walking Dead – 1/6th Scale Rick Grimes

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Threezero has made some waves with their announcement and subsequent release of 1/6th scale figures based on AMC’s hit show The Walking Dead. The first figures delivered from the license were the pair of pet zombies we first saw with Michonne. They were released way back in late 2013/early 2014. It wasn’t until just recently […] Read more

Collecting 2016: The Best and the Rest

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This has been a very interesting year in my collecting. I've cut way back on my 12" doll purchases and forged full steam ahead with my 16" BJD collection.
Most of my dolly funds went for Superdoll, designer fashions, wigs and Kingdom Doll. Other purchases were scattered amongst Integrity Toys, Mattel and Tonner.

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Mattel wins the award for a good idea but failed execution with regards to its articulated Silkstone. The first release, Classic Black Dress Barbie® Doll, was a huge disappointment. The finish of the Silkstone seams and joints was poor. The dress was seriously cheap-looking. There was no quality at all.


I did buy two other Silkstone dolls this year but I think I'm going to stop. Glam Gown has a pretty face, a nice hairstyle and in the promotional photo, her gown looks lovely. Unfortunately, IRL,  the fabric is stiff and doesn't drape well. Too bad.

Stiff As A Board Barbie
  

In my not so humble opinion, the best doll Mattel produced in 2016 was The Barbie Look™ Barbie® Doll – Party Perfect. 
She has an articulated body, a cute hairdo, a decent face and an adorable outfit. AND...she actually looks like the promo picture! Shocking. Compared to my other dolls she was cost near to nothing and she's just a delight so it didn't matter than the "accessories" were garbage. 
I have a very eclectic collection which contains dolls costing less than $20 up to $1000. I buy what I like.



Each of the Barbie dolls shows Mattel's promotional photo alongside or underneath.


The best Barbie outfit came on Hudson's Bay Barbie although I did change the boots and the body, got rid of the crummy handbag and somehow lost the hat while I was holding it. I can't explain phenomenon. She was originally on the boring Model Muse body which I can't abide. 
This outfit is so cutesy and matchy with it's dress, coat, doll coat, coffee cup and cell phone all clad in the signature stripe. The fact that they included a poodle didn't hurt either.
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Integrity Toys wins the award for abandoned doll lines and dolls which are indistinguishable from toys. However, there were some that appealed to me from the very small Fashion Royalty line.
I purchased only three dressed dolls and one fashion from Integrity in 2016. I did buy quite a few designer fashions from individuals not connected with IT.
Anika Luxotika uses the Dasha sculpt and I loved everything about her such as the interchangeable robotic body parts and the strange, far away look on her face. 



Culte de Paris made the edgy fashion she is wearing in the third photo. She'll be wearing it for a very long time.



Fashionista Eugenia was my one bow to the 2016 Integrity convention. The designer dress and the beautiful Eugenia with her red/orange chalcedony color hair and full red lips are very attractive to me.


The third IT doll is Marie Laveau from the television series American Horror Story. She is played by Angela Bassett and there is a decent resemblance to her. Basically, I just really liked her hair and the outfit is cute and well constructed. Below, on the right, is an older Mini Avantguard doll whose body is quite slim. The bodysuit fits her, too.


While I'm sure Integrity has an audience with it's Jem and My Little Pony lines, the grown-ups are not going to be around for long, hungering for the scraps they feed us. I joined the W Club at its inception and the exclusives were all Fashion Royalty dolls. I may not have loved every one of them but at least I had choices from dolls I actually collected. Someone posted the number of dolls produced this year for all the lines and Fashion Royalty totaled only about 10%.

These are dolls I'd expect to find in an 8-year-old's room - manufactured by Mattel and priced very low.


I don't want to have to wear sunglasses to look at my dolls. 


But everything changes and all companies do what it takes to stay in business and stay relevant. I still love the 100 or so FR dolls I've kept and updated (and keep updating).
Sadly, many of the bodies, even the newer FR2 bodies, have deteriorating joints. Lots of them are now sitting down. 


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Rudi Teruel has been selling limited edition designer fashions. They're mostly for 12" dolls.
Here are some of my favorites of this past year.
When you stop buying doll after doll, it's appealing to freshen up your collection with new fashions.
From left to right, my models are Dasha, Elise, Elise and Marie.




And my dear friend, Antonio Realli, keeps them coming
These are two 12" dolls. Several more will be shown on 16" dolls further on in this post. 


Superdoll is putting out a lot of product. There are no shortage of GENX dolls and any collector who logs into their site at about 11 AM EST, on the date previously announced, can find the doll. They don't disappear in very short periods of time like the popular resin dolls used to. Some are even available for 24  hours or more! 

My absolute favorite Superdoll item from 2016 was an outfit called Blue Duke. The styling is trendy. There are lots of pieces - blouse, sweater, pants and jacket, handbag, boots and two bracelets. I love it. 
Miss Chief modeling Blue Duke:


Two other fashions from 2016 which are charming are Glitter Tit and Moon Mood.  
Forest modeling Mood Mood:
Star modeling Glitter Tit:


It's very useful that Kingdom Doll can wear so many outfits made for dolls from other manufacturers. 

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Kingdom Doll
I added eight dolls to my collection of Kingdom Dolls this past year. Morgana was a surprise as she was the centerpiece at my table during the convention. I was stunned that I won the chance to purchase her. She has become my favorite with Guinevere and Draig following closely behind. 

Morgana in her original fashion. 

Here Morgana is wearing a confection of a gown by Nigel Chia.
Guinevere in her original fashion.
Draig wearing her original fashion.

I mentioned above that several designer fashions have found their way into my collection.

Liberty wearing another Nigel Chia.



Here are Star and Viola modeling Antonio Realli fashions. 





One of my favorite photos shot this year was this Halloween picture of Viola wearing a Tonner witch ensemble.


A big challenge for me was not to completely rely on my iPhone camera as it is my lazy way to go. Every now and then the phone did quite well and produced a worthy image. But the opposite is way more common. I had an excuse for several months but, thank goodness, that's over and now we'll be getting down to business. I hope.

Big news this year was Tonner's announcement that all of his proprietary lines (i.e. Tyler, Ellowyne, Marley, Cami, Antoinette, Deja Vu) are being discontinued as is the Tonner Doll Company and Wilde Imagination. He is forming a new company and will call it Phyn & Aero. (See my post dated 12/22/16.) They will be continuing with the licensed dolls and we'll see Outlander. Yay. You better believe I want Jamie in a kilt. Tonner can do excellent reproductions of costumes and hopefully we'll get a Scottish one as shown in this photo of Jamie below. This is what he wore in the wedding episode. 


The bad news this year was the discovery that decal eyes were being used on several of Integrity's dolls. The controversy and invective on the W Club board was like a typhoon. Many threads were ultimately deleted. Come to think of it, that's the regular practice of the Admins now. They delete any thread that has criticism about the dolls. 
Collectors PAY to be there. I don't think deleting controversial threads is right. Some individual abusive posts ought to be deleted but not entire threads. That is just downright disrespectful of their clients, especially when they are paying to be part of a community. 
If it were free I'd say that it's visiting their living room and they can do whatever they want as it's their 'home.'  
But that's just my opinion. One can speak through their wallet. Money is what companies understand - the bottom line is what they read. 

The other news is Haute Doll Magazine has folded. 



I wish all my readers the best New Year ever. May we all be abundant with good health, happiness and love. May we have the pleasure of beautiful dolls and fashions. May we enjoy each other's success.

Happy 2017!!

Sincerely,




JON-PAUL KAISER for #ByeBye2016Hello2017

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WHAT-IS: TOYSREVIL asked a few select folks how their year was in 2016, and what plans are ahead for 2017! Stay tuned to continued coverage of JON-PAUL KAISER on #TOYSREVIL! (Insert-left: Sketch of an idea JPK had for The Bat Man, with a super-literal costume. Full Image) TOYSREVIL: How was 2016 for you? Share with us your most triumphant moment in 2012. Any disappointments you’d like to share

Safe Toy Make For A Merry Christmas – Mold Inspection Austin (512) 200-7198 Testing, Remediation, Removal

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Safe Toy Make For A Merry Christmas – Mold Inspection Austin (512) 200-7198 Testing, Remediation, Re

New Weekly Video “Toy Geeks: Behind The Counter” To Premiere Jan 17th online

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2016 was a banner year for media immersion in the “Art Toy World” - from a multitude of podcasts, to new online “magazine” video channels - all of whom presenting the art and artists who ply the universe of collectibles, in the Western world. From news reports to in-depth interviews, folks in the trade and culture got to know more about the toys they were buying, and from whom they were buying

“di'dot - empty” by Feather Made x M'S PRODUCTION & CO. on pre-orders now!

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On order now via www.mspchk.com is “di'dot - empty” - with a “special” pre-order price of HK$ 1,479 per set for Hong Kong Local Order (FREE local shipping OR pick-up at M's Studio). SRP after pre-order period is HK$ 1,979 per set. As well pre-orders on mspchk.com will also receive an “exclusive bonus” of a ”unique hand splashed painting on signed and numbered "empty" print by artist.” [

Looking for last minute gift ideas? DST has the hook-up

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Still hunting for last minute gifts? (If so, why'd you wait so long?) Diamond Select Toys has the perfect items for those of you who might be in last-second panic mode while looking for the collector in your lives. (Or gifts for yourself if you're that collector! After all, who's easier to shop for than yourself?)

The last-minute, just arriving at a comic shop near you offerings include a DCAU Scarecrow bust, a DCAU DC Gallery Zatanna figure, a Marvel Gallery classic Spidey figure, Marvel Minimates, Muppets Minimates, and Nightmare Before Christmas Minimates (perfect for when you're shopping the night before Christmas!).

Even better? The array of pricing means that even the Scrooges can find something in their gift-giving budget! Be sure to look for these at your local comic shop, whether it's before or after Christmas. (And you can also order them directly from DST.)

Looking for last minute gift ideas? DST has the hook-up screenshot

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Plays Arts Kai is Bringing Us Some AMAZING FF7 Remake Action Figures

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Hopefully, these are merely the first of many FF7 Remake action figures! When I was a wee lad, I experienced the first Final Fantasy on the NES, and I was sold on role-playing games. The Super...

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round about: white elephants & snowy gifts

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If you are in the northern half of the US this week, you’re probably feeling the cold just like we are here. I think this morning the low was around -11 degrees Fahrenheit. I hear rumors that on Sunday we won’t even get above zero. I guess that’s one way to bring in Christmas spirit! […]

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Superdoll: The Girls Gather for the Holidays

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Wow! What a fabulous trio of GenX gals. Yes, three new dolls were released today plus a new chaise.  I want everything but alas, I cannot have it all.  Gazing upon their beautiful fashions and imagining my dolls on that chaise is as close as I'll get for now.  I still have Draig to debox.

#1 NOBLE DD_0119
The Girls Gather for the HOLIDAYS.
The Swan Coronet
Noble is as Noble does....

A vision in red and gold. Atop her head she wears her glittering beret dribbling with jewels and an organza bow. Platinum blunt bob with fringe diverted. Her face palette is that of rich tones of Ruby, with piercing Azure eyes, tip shaded cranberry brows and lids highlighted in 'gold'.
For this little 'family' get together of clones, she chose to go a little sporty. She wears a crimson zip up velvet track top and a matching crimson skirt bearing lace up front detail. Accents of gilt tulle and hip quilting give her the detail and the curves! Her waist cinched by a broad gold belt. Over her 'sweats' she wears a darling emperor yellow organza night gown with yellow hose and emperor yellow satin concealed platform court shoes.
As to her REGALIA.... she chose a short white 'ermine' plush cape lined in leopard print satin and a gorgeous bandeau of scarlet adorned with 'door knocker' lion heads.

The finishing touch, other than her leopard satin neck bow is of course... her presence.
What is her gift of advent we ask?
This holiday she is most excited to receive a shard of lightning hand mirror.

Price: £279.16
(=348.67 US Dollar)




#2 LAW DD_0117
The Girls Gather for the HOLIDAYS.
The Swan Coronet
Law is the Law.

A vision in nude and black. Atop her head she wears a veil of intricate tulle bearin double plumes in clack. Waist lenth black braided hair with off centre part with fringe diverted to form sideburns. Her face palette is that of rich tones of charcoal and lips of pale dusty rose, with piercing amber eyes,solid tip brows in bitter chocolate and lids bearing eyeliner in pure creme.
For this little 'family' get together of clones, she chose to go a little grand. She wears a nude and black tonal strapless ballgown over an elegant black ruffled lace crinolined underskirt which defines her gorgeous waistline! This grand gown has a detatchable black satin train with envelope top and tiny black bow fastner. Under her gown she wears darling nude hose and court shoes bearing concealed platform.
As to her REGALIA.... she modestly chose a nude velvet reverse tailored jacket with black satin sleeves and adornment of diamante, jett, 'monkey' fur and black satin bows..

The finishing touch, other than her presence, her presence is the ultimate finishing touch.
What is her gift of advent we ask?
This holiday she is most excited to receive a an antique book in which to practice her spelling.

Dont forget to check our other departments for the matching chaise for this collection.

Clone: 1000 Venus d'Royce
Skintone: COSMETIQUE

Of course she comes with the following standard accessories:
-manic_cure hands (see booklet for hand change instructions)
-booklet
-stand

PRODUCTION MAY VARY FROM PROTOTYPE SHOWN.
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Price: £296.32 (Excluding VAT at 20%)
(=370.17 US Dollar)






#3 REGENT DD_0118
The Girls Gather for the HOLIDAYS.
The Swan Coronet
Regent is as Regent is....

A vision in silver and purple. Atop her head she wears a giant red satin bow. Huge auburn blend 'fro' with fringe diverted. Her face palette is that of rich tones of violet and lips of pink, with piercing pale grape eyes, pencilled 2 tone brows and lids highlighted in 'silver'.
For this little 'family' get together of clones, she chose to go a little sporty. She wears a silver zip up lame track top bearing POW embroidered front and a matching silver track pants bearing elasticated waist detail. Zippers, middrif and pockets on her butt add to the fine detailing of her chosen look, and shows off her boday! Under her 'sweats' she wears darling emperor yellow and purple custom printed hose and silver foiled 'leather' buckled court shoes with red soles and concealed platform.
As to her REGALIA.... she chose a full length purple velvet 'Order' cape lined in matching purple satin, bearing hearts, bees and bows, with front fastening in gold cord. A sash of red grosgrain.

The finishing touch, other than her presence, a large ruby studded necklace bearing a diamante crown.
What is her gift of advent we ask?
This holiday she is most excited to receive a crystal ball.

Dont forget to check our other departments for the matching chaise for this collection.

Clone: 1000 Venus d'Royce
Skintone: COSMETIQUE

Of course she comes with the following standard accessories:
-manic_cure hands (see booklet for hand change instructions)
-booklet
-stand

PRODUCTION MAY VARY FROM PROTOTYPE SHOWN.
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Price: £288.39 (Excluding VAT at 20%)
(=360.23 US Dollar)





SWANLAKE
Getting your swans in a row?
The Swan Coronet

Luxurious cubic swan chaise. Set your girls in a row on this wonderful piece. Classic, yet Modern with red velveteen punctuated uppholstery.

PRODUCTION MAY VARY FROM PROTOTYPE SHOWN.
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Price: £229.42 (Excluding VAT at 20%)
(=286.54 US Dollar)


You can have it all for $1365.61 plus postage.

My favorite face is that of Law. I love her detailed lips and tame color palette. Not a fan of the big gown, however.  The outfit I'd most like to have is Nobles.

What are your favorites?

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IDW Comics Review - Optimus Prime Issue #2 - New Cybertron Part 2

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First contact! Optimus Prime greets Earth's latest offworld visitors, the highly eccentric and extremely modular Junkions! But the GI Joe unit under the command of Zilong Qian wants a shot at the new visitors as well. Offering friendship and exchange of knowledge and technology for access to Ore-13, the Junkions come in peace... (shoot to kill, shoot to kill) New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar On The Plain, written by John Barber, art by Kei Zama, colors by Josh Burcham. Read the review!

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American Girl's 2017 Girl of the Year™ Inspires Girls To Find Their Creative Voices And Speak Out To Make A Difference

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[PR Newswire] - MIDDLETON, Wis., Dec. 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- American Girl is ringing in the New Year with the debut of Gabriela McBride™, the company's new 2017 Girl of the Year™! Gabriela is a true creative talent who uses the power of poetry to help her break down barriers and overcome a personal challenge with stuttering. Gabriela comes to life for girls via a beautiful 18-inch Gabriela™ doll featuring curly dark-brown hair and warm brown eyes, an exclusive outfit that reflects her creative side, and a book chronicling her story. Gabriela also comes with several performance-inspired outfits and accessories, including a dance barre, rehearsal and dance outfits, plus pretend headphones and a microphone.

We Love Mezco Toyz' Spider-Man One:12 Collective Action Figure!

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Mezco Toyz' One:12 Collective line is one of the coolest action figure collections being produced by a north American company we've seen in a long time, and of their current offerings, the Spider-Man figure is, well, amazing. Click the thumbnail above to check out a gallery showing it off and follow this link if you can't live without it!
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